Sr. Principal Financial Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Financial Analyst  to join us in the pursuit of top-tier financial performance to the Strategic C3 Business Unit.  This position is located  on site  in Melbourne, FL.  This is a fast-paced high energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.  Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Lead and prepare the program’s EAC/profitability process in coordination and partnership with the integrated program and business management and cost management teams with deep understanding of current risk and opportunities and impact to program financials with the ability to pull together the story of impacts and changes for leadership Lead the preparation and coordination of monthly financial forecasting and reporting processes and collection of financial sensitivities as well as: Preparing cash flow analysis, working capital and accounts receivable forecasting, unbilled analysis, invoice tracking, funding analysis, and support ad-hoc reporting Working cross functionally to deep dive into variance explanations for leadership to understand changes and what impacts these may present to the financials Support the review, analysis, and management of invoicing and collections with cross-coordination and collaboration with cash management, business mgt, and contracts to ensure effective communication and highlighting potential impacts to cash Lead and support the development of the consolidated Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) as well as financial modeling and adhoc analysis as required Lead, mentor, and provide training to other analysts as needed and implementing / developing efficiencies where best suited Prepare and provide weekly/monthly analytical reports to support cost variance/trend analysis and present at Business Review Meetings Work cross-functionally to develop strategies to improve financial performance based on metrics  Support the development of presentations for, and brief to leadership at various levels Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements Ability to use financial systems with understanding of DoD financial rhythms Provide strategic guidance as required; develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity Work under minimal supervision while completing various assignments per schedule and elevating potential issues to ensure proper management focus Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field OR Master's degree with 6 years of experience in business administration, finance, accounting, financial analysis, and/or industry related field. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, IBM Cognos software, COBRA  Must have data and/or financial